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Just thought I'd share this, because it's what we do on Garage Journal! Not too long ago, I ventured into one of my favorite local pawn shops, and found an old Wright 3400 3/8 round-head ratchet in a bin with a bunch of other old, crappy Chinese-made ratchets and sockets. You know, the one with...

Hey folks! I'm getting ready to embark on a few home improvement projects, and I'm looking to aquire a sawzall. Just a few qualifiers. I like quality tools – within reason based on actual usage. In this case, I'm talking about some door and window replacement, replacing some outdoor stairs...

I DO have a couple of specific questions, but I'm trying to create a little general discussion about tool quality, since I love this board so much. I definitely fall into the realm of a shade-tree mechanic and home do-it-yourselfer, so that influences my tool purchases. I do things often enough...

I DO have a couple of specific questions, but I'm trying to create a little general discussion about tool quality, since I love this board so much. I definitely fall into the realm of a shade-tree mechanic and home do-it-yourselfer, so that influences my tool purchases. I do things often enough...

Hey folks. I picked up this Mac 1/2" ratcheting wrench (RW216K) at a pawn shop for a buck. I was wondering if anyone knows the purpose of the the screw on the side of the head on the ratcheting end. Is it to adjust the tension of the mechanism, or to lube it? Or something else? Pretty cool...

I'm asking about aviation ratchets because I occasionally see good deals on them. I know they usually have a couple of features different from standard ratchets, such as the pass-through for allen wrenches and a ring socket retainer. Is there any reason I should pass on a deal when I only do...

I'm curious about opinions on this board about these types of sockets – not a universal joint adapter, but, ya know, the bendy, twisty sockets in all the sizes. 6 and 12 point. I have a couple of them, and I've been thinking about purchasing a couple more in sizes that I use commonly, but I'm...

I found a source for some NOS NAPA EYE-D socket sets at very reasonable prices. Anyone have any experience with these? They are USA made. I'm inclined to think they are similar in quality to US made Craftsman sockets. Maybe similar to Armstrong? They seem to be a great deal and might be an...

Hi all. I'm thinking about adding a beam-style torque wrench to my tool collection, and I've been perusing eBay for possibilities. I already have several click-style torque wrenches in my collection, but it seems like having an old-fashioned beam-style might be good to have around for backup...